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We thoroughly enjoyed our time at the Port Douglas Retreat. David and Joyce were very warm and welcoming, as well as insightful and readily able to provide local advice. The ability to book tours and activities directly from the reception also facilitated our stay. All of our small requests were met generously, which enabled us to feel well taken care of during our holiday. We also liked the facilities in our room, such as the kitchenette and balcony area, which allowed us to cater for various needs. Additionally, the atmosphere of the Retreat and particularly the lovely pool area was a highlight for us. We definitely feel that the Port Douglas Retreat is situated in a prime location for any travellers, particularly due to its proximity to the main street and beach. We loved our time at the Retreat and highly recommend it to anyone thinking of travelling to Port Douglas.

Room Tip: We asked for a quiet room and were provided for. The only issue was the noisy air con.

We had a wonderful week in Port Douglas and David and Joyce helped to make it a lovely experience. We had a room overlooking the pool which was delightful. The garden was very pretty and the pool and BBQ area always kept clean. The rooms had everything you'd want for self catering and the large double bed was great. We did a lot of the usual tours whilst there and David and Joyce were always on hand to give advice. They recommended one of our best days out which was "Authentic Aboriginal" with two brothers who took us out spear fishing for crabs and fish which we ate at their mothers house later. That was followed by visiting a local Aboriginal artist and took part in painting ourselves. The day ended with a swim in a rainforest waterfall where we learnt a lot from our guide about local life in that area. Chris

Room Tip: The room on first floor facing pool was good for us.

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Stayed November 2012, traveled as a couple

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We thank ChrisLee2012 very much for their kind words. It is very encouraging to read that you enjoyed your holidays so much.We are also very happy to read that we could provide everything you needed for your holidays and that you enjoyed our pool and BBQ area. We receive many positive comments about our pool and BBQ area, the area is enjoyed by many.The Daintree Dreaming tour run by the Aboriginal brothers, we also agree is a great tour. We have done this tour and enjoyed it immensely. We recommend this tour often for our guests.We hope one day you can return to Port Douglas Retreat.

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Everything very good EXCEPT the Air conditioning was SO NOISY!Otherwise the bed was comfortable, the pool was lovely, the amenities were fine for a serve yourself apartment. David and Joyce were very helpful with booking trips and local knowledge, etc. Close to everythingIf visiting Port Douglas in peak season - when you only need the fan (not the AC) this place is perfect. I only wish I could give it 5 stars - but the ACon was too noisy!

Room Tip: Room 30 ("tree view") is away from the pool, so more private (even though overlooking anot...

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PDRetreat, Owner at Port Douglas Retreat, responded to this review,
November 27, 2012

We are happy to read that you enjoyed your holidays so much and also enjoyed the tours we recommended for you. You came at at very special time to witness the total solar eclipse and we are glad that you were able to be here. We are also glad that you found us almost perfect.

We are sorry that you found the aircon not to your liking, but also happy to read in Room Tips that you are recommending guests to stay in the same apartment you stayed in. Perhaps the operational noise was just the normal sound of its function. We have many guests mention that they like the tree view apartments for the same reasons you found.

It is good that we can offer two types of apartments.For some, the open pool view apartments are just what they want and enjoy, while others enjoy the tree view apartments.

We hope to see you again the next time you are in Port Douglas.

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Convenient location, comfortable well equipped apart hotel syle rooms and lovely grounds and gardens. For us, as long stay travellers in Australia with a degree of self catering in our routine, the barbecue area overlooking the beautiful pool, the kitchenette in the apartment and laundry facilities were an important draw.

Room Tip: Balance your priorities and state them when you book. Lovely corner room tree view room also has b...

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Stayed September 2012, traveled as a couple

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We went to Port Douglas as a jumping off point to snorkel and visit Daintree National Park. We had our own car, so the location was great. You can easily walk to the many nearby restaurants in town and is 5 minutes from marina for snorkeling (You can walk there too, but we were picked up) The units are clean and have adequate kitchen for fixing breakfast, but we didn't use it.Think it would be difficult to make dinner as pretty tight. This is not a hotel, but a room with cooking facilities - no service to change towels or make the bed. OK for our needs, but after a long flight from the USA would have preferred a little more luxury, but his does not seem to be available in this location. If you want to be on the beach book elsewhere, although you can easily walk to the beach, nicer sections are further away. The staff here is helpful in terms of driving and info. without being pushy and trying to sell anything. Parking is free. The pool is lovely, but we had our days booked with other activities. Never heard any noise from pool or elsewhere at night.

Stayed October 2012, traveled as a couple

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We stayed for 7 nights and we cannot praise this highly enough,from the accommodation to the help and advice from the managers. Just a great place to stay. This was a taste of tropical paradise for our holiday.

What can I say? This was on of the most relaxing places I've ever had the pleasure of staying at. The room was nice and neat and with the neighbouring pool's "waterfall" sound at night, it was the best night's sleep I've ever had while on holidays! There is no daily service of towels and bed being made up, but who cares, you're on holidays so it doesn't matter anyway! My only small criticism is being asked to remove rubbish from the bins into an outside bin at the end of your stay, which was unnecessary in my opinion, as well as having to do any dishes. But still highly recommended!

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